RePurpose Global works training into its initiative

RePurpose Global works training into its initiative
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New York-based rePurpose Global says it has launched a new “upskilling initiative” this month in two states in India designed to boost plastic diversion and recycling in that nation.

The effort, known as the Plastic Reality Project, is “dedicated to upskilling and arming corporate leaders and environmental practitioners with knowledge and experiences to help shape plastic reduction efforts toward reduced inefficiencies, broader inclusivity and greater impact,” says rePurpose.

The organization cites research by Gartner, saying 90 percent of sustainable packaging commitments set by global enterprises are not on track to be met by 2025. “To help bridge this gap between ambition and action, the Plastic Reality Project aims to upskill 5,000 sustainability leaders in the next five years on tackling plastic pollution through educational expeditions, corporate training programs, peer mentoring networks, and a competency-based certification scheme of individual professionals,” states rePurpose.

Launched with support from Sustainable Ocean Alliance and the GreenBiz Group, the inaugural project is taking part this month in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala in India. Representatives from the World Economic Forum, Target, Emerson Collective, Riverside Natural Foods and Coca-Cola are expected to take part.

“As an environmental finance provider, we at rePurpose Global have evaluated hundreds of attempts to tackle plastic pollution across the globe in recent years, most of which have achieved limited success and scale,” says Peter Wang Hjemdahl, chief advocacy officer of rePurpose Global.

“Through the Plastic Reality Project, we hope to turn this spotty track record around and empower sustainability decision-makers with the knowledge they need to reduce bias in evaluating solutions, make better impact investments, and ultimately accelerate our fight against the plastic epidemic,” adds Wang Hjemdahl.

To date, rePurpose Global says it has been involved in implementing more than 10,000 “previously missing” waste collection systems and plastic reduction infrastructure in 15 cities in India, Indonesia, Kenya, Colombia and Ghana. As a result, the organization has helped divert more than 7,000 tons of plastic scrap away from oceans, the natural environment and landfills.

Comments Craig Dudenhoeffer, chief innovation officer of Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA), “Marine plastic pollution is a complex reality that can be difficult to grasp, let alone solve. This new initiative from rePurpose very much aligns with SOA’s mission to create a global workforce dedicated to restoring ocean health, and brings impact leaders to the heart of the issue to instigate meaningful action.”

The Plastic Reality Project also attracted support from GreenBiz. Jon Smieja, vice president of circularity at that organization, comments, “GreenBiz’s mission is to accelerate the just transition to a clean economy, primarily through media and events. We’re excited to partner with rePurpose Global on the Plastic Reality Project—a unique and unparalleled initiative.”

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Source: Recycling Today
RePurpose Global works training into its initiative
<![CDATA[New York-based rePurpose Global says it has launched a new “upskilling initiative” this month in two states in India designed to boost plastic diversion and recycling in that nation.The effort, known as the Plastic Reality Project, is “dedicated to upskilling and arming corporate leaders and environmental practitioners with knowledge and experiences to help shape plastic reduction efforts toward reduced inefficiencies, broader inclusivity and greater impact,” says rePurpose.The organization cites research by Gartner, saying 90 percent of sustainable packaging commitments set by global enterprises are not on track to be met by 2025. “To help bridge this gap between ambition and action, the Plastic Reality Project aims to upskill 5,000 sustainability leaders in the next five years on tackling plastic pollution through educational expeditions, corporate training programs, peer mentoring networks, and a competency-based certification scheme of individual professionals,” states rePurpose.Launched with support from Sustainable Ocean Alliance and the GreenBiz Group, the inaugural project is taking part this month in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala in India. Representatives from the World Economic Forum, Target, Emerson Collective, Riverside Natural Foods and Coca-Cola are expected to take part.“As an environmental finance provider, we at rePurpose Global have evaluated hundreds of attempts to…